Sources say a power shift towards Prince William within the Palace may affect Prince Harry's plans to return to the royal fold. Harry told GQ he wants to reconcile with his father and brother. An unnamed insider said King Charles appears to be preparing William to take the throne sooner rather than later. The source also said Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have distanced themselves from the Sussexes, and that Beatrice may be in the strongest position of the three.
Prince Harry has said he wants to reconcile with his family, in a sit-down interview with GQ magazine. Speaking with writer Zach Baron, he said family breakdowns are common and that reconciling was the most important thing. His spokesperson said the remark was not aimed at his brother, Prince William, or any other relative. Harry also said he hoped his strained relationship with the British press would improve, and that his children were enjoying school in the UK after the family moved back in August.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly drawn attention since moving back to the UK's Cotswolds region in August. Reports say the Duchess of Sussex's phone number was screenshotted and shared online after she joined a school parents' WhatsApp group. Other claims include staff at a local pub reportedly refusing to serve the Duchess, and a book signed by her appearing on eBay. A source also claims Meghan is writing a diary that may become a memoir. The claims have not been confirmed.
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Prince Harry has said he slipped into a two-week depression after moving to Canada with Meghan Markle. Speaking on MasterClass, the Duke of Sussex said leaving the high-pressure royal environment triggered an adrenaline crash. He said he felt unable to function without stress and struggled with basic tasks at home. Reports say the family is now staying in a friend's Cotswolds mansion while searching for a permanent British home. Meghan is reportedly seeking a nine-bedroom estate, and Harry wants privacy, though no deal has been finalised.
